Parent's anger as funding for Liverpool treatment declined
As Manx Care faces allegations that it's cancelling or postponing appointments due to undeclared cuts, one parent says their child is being refused treatment at Alder Hey.
It follows claims from one medical professional at Noble’s Hospital, who wants to remain anonymous, who told Manx Radio that the health body has 'requested that the Liverpool University Hospitals stop treating Isle of Man patients, except in an emergency, until the end of the financial year'.
You can read more on that HERE.
David O'Brien's 12-year-old son recently injured his leg and had been enrolled on a research scheme to determine the best course of treatment and care.
Now, however, they've been told they can't attend:
Manx Care has been contacted for comment.
"The treatment of a child comes down to money on the Isle of Man." - David O'Brien.
You can listen to the full interview with David via the Manx Radio Newscast below:
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